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The Symbolism of Chickens as Instruments of Animal Sacrifice

Chickens may appear simple, but their role in ritual is anything but. In traditional spiritual systems like Odinani, the chicken is chosen for reasons far deeper than convenience. It holds a unique place in sacred offerings, tied to energy, intention, and the earth itself. Why this bird, and what exactly does it carry in ritual? The answers in this teaching reveal a profound spiritual logic hidden in plain sight.

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Main Factors Behind Animal Sacrifice as a Traditional Method of Propitiation

Animal sacrifice, in its traditional and metaphysical sense, is a carefully calibrated method of energy transmutation. This teaching explores in details how this ancient technique of propitiation, practiced for generations, reveals the immense depth behind what appears on the surface to be a physical act, but is in fact a multidimensional exchange.

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How to Use Akilu (Bitter Kola) for Igo Mmuo

Akuilu or Akilu—Bitter kola, known for its effective spiritual and medicinal properties, is an important item that can be used in Igbo spiritual practices, especially in Igo Mmuo (spiritual veneration or meditation). This powerful fruit of nature is believed to open spiritual senses like sight or clear vision, cleanse negative energies, and bring about positive transformations.

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